Class Work
Reminder...along with the answers to the questions from the Write Now book, this was the homework:
Write a body art memoir. This is a draft. Bring your draft to class on Thursday.
Pay special attention to details aned sensory images. (Sight, sound, touch,
taste, smell, and movement) Also, try to include some dialogue.
What's your story? It is time to share. Read your body art memoir to the others at your table. As you listen, note evidence of imagery. Also note if you hear dialogue. Each table will elect one reader to share with the class. (More may volunteer!)
Now let's talk about dialogue...
Look at:
http://fictionwriting.about.com/od/writingexercises/qt/punctuation.htm
http://www.be-a-better-writer.com/punctuate-dialogue.html
PP. 432-433 in Write Now
Check your Body Art memoir. Do you have dialogue? If so, is it enough? If not, how could you add dialogue?
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Moving along...
Audience and Persuasion
You will be writing a documented essay for a specific audience. You need to convince that audience that body art is a good idea, or that the audience ought to avoid extremes in body art. To be successful with this, you need to identify an audience.
A. Who would be interested in the topic?
B. Who needs to know?
C. What does the audience already know about the topic?
D. What is the age of your audience?
E. What other demographic information is important? (age, gender, income, education, area of the country, city or rural, religion, etc.) You decide.
F. Why does this audience need to read your message?
G. Be sure you are clear about your message. You are either "for" or "against" body art as is relates to your specific audience.
Who else uses audience? Think about advertisers. Find an ad in a magazine. Identify
the target audience. How do you know? What are the clues? (Partner activity)
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Begin some research on Body Art. You know your point of view. Now, find experts to agree with you. Locate three articles. Post the Works Cited information in www.easybib.com Watch and learn how to use the free site! Practice with me.
Homework
1. Write a one page description of your audience. This should be in paragraph, not list form. Post it in MyCompLab. Due: Tuesday, March 5. (25 pts.)
2. Revise your "Body Art" memoir. Add dialogue as needed. Post in MyCompLab. Due: Tuesday, March 5. (50 pts.)
3. Create an annotated bibliography of your three articles in EasyBib or other autocitation location. Copy and past into MyCompLab. (Due: Tuesday, March 5.) (15 pts.)
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Monday, February 25, 2013
Class Work
1. Let's talk about "Under My Skin" (See questions from Thursday's post.)
2. Details, details, details...it's all about a rock. Go outside and find a rock. Bring it to the room. (You will return the rock to its "home" after the activity.
3. List and answer the questions about your rock.
4. When you finish with the questions, you will have all of the information you need to write a descriptive paragraph or two about your rock. You need to describe your rock in such a way that other class members will be able to select your rock from the others just by reading your description.
5. For homework - revise your "rock" paragraph(s) and post in MyCompLab. (20 pts.) Due by 8:00 am on Thursday.
6. Let's look at some sample descriptive essays (handouts):
"Fish Cheeks" by Amy Tan
"Dawn Watch" by John Ciardi
7. Think about an experience you had with body art. Maybe you got a tattoo. Maybe you pierced your ears. Perhaps you got a new hair cut or experimented with a unique color. You might have made an unusual fashion statement by wearing something unconventional. Whatever it was, you have a story to share.
Think about the people who are part of your story. Who are they? What did they say? (Dialogue will be very important!) How did they react?
Think about why you experimented with body art. Talk to the others at your table. Share your stories.
Homework
1. Read p. 123 in Write Now and learn the differences among the following terms"
Answer questions 1-4 on pp. 125-126. Post your answers in MyCompLab. (20 pts.)You do not need to type the questions, but you do need to answer in complete sentences. Due - Thursday by 8:00am.
3. Write a body art memoir. This is a draft. Bring your draft to class on Thursday. Pay special attention to details aned sensory images. (Sight, sound, touch, taste, smell, and movement) Also, try to include some dialogue.
1. Let's talk about "Under My Skin" (See questions from Thursday's post.)
2. Details, details, details...it's all about a rock. Go outside and find a rock. Bring it to the room. (You will return the rock to its "home" after the activity.
3. List and answer the questions about your rock.
4. When you finish with the questions, you will have all of the information you need to write a descriptive paragraph or two about your rock. You need to describe your rock in such a way that other class members will be able to select your rock from the others just by reading your description.
5. For homework - revise your "rock" paragraph(s) and post in MyCompLab. (20 pts.) Due by 8:00 am on Thursday.
6. Let's look at some sample descriptive essays (handouts):
"Fish Cheeks" by Amy Tan
"Dawn Watch" by John Ciardi
7. Think about an experience you had with body art. Maybe you got a tattoo. Maybe you pierced your ears. Perhaps you got a new hair cut or experimented with a unique color. You might have made an unusual fashion statement by wearing something unconventional. Whatever it was, you have a story to share.
Think about the people who are part of your story. Who are they? What did they say? (Dialogue will be very important!) How did they react?
Think about why you experimented with body art. Talk to the others at your table. Share your stories.
Homework
1. Read p. 123 in Write Now and learn the differences among the following terms"
- memoir
- episode
- narration
- truth value
Answer questions 1-4 on pp. 125-126. Post your answers in MyCompLab. (20 pts.)You do not need to type the questions, but you do need to answer in complete sentences. Due - Thursday by 8:00am.
3. Write a body art memoir. This is a draft. Bring your draft to class on Thursday. Pay special attention to details aned sensory images. (Sight, sound, touch, taste, smell, and movement) Also, try to include some dialogue.
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Class Work
1. Let's look at the EMCC writing rubric and use it to peer edit today. (Handout)
2. You should have either a paper copy or electronic copy of your I Am A Writer introductory essay. If you have an electronic copy, call it up on the computer. If you have a paper copy, make sure your name is on the paper. Leave it on the table. Now...trade places with someone in the room.
A. You will be reading the paper and noting on the rubric where you think the grade is at this moment. I suggest beginning with the "editing" section and the "mechanics" issues. That seems to jump out. Not to worry, it is an easy fix.
B. When you read the paper for "organization", be sure that the writer included the required parts of this paper:
The quotation
Reference to the
picture
Personal
example
Goals for this course
For "Language Issues", make sure that each sentence reads like a standard American English sentence.
C. Under "content", make sure that the writer provided details. If you have questions after reading, be sure to ask the writer.
Note: If you are reading on the computer, you can still make comments and marks on the draft. Just change the ink color or highlight.
3. Getting started with MyCompLab...you need your access code. You must use your own code. You may not share - sorry!
Here is the information you need to register for the class:
Now that your are registered, you will find three assignments.
This was the homework: Locate one article that discusses the history of body art. Be sure you can access it in class or bring a paper copy on Thursday. Let's have a discussion! Share your sources. Did you read from experts or from the average person?
1. Let's look at the EMCC writing rubric and use it to peer edit today. (Handout)
2. You should have either a paper copy or electronic copy of your I Am A Writer introductory essay. If you have an electronic copy, call it up on the computer. If you have a paper copy, make sure your name is on the paper. Leave it on the table. Now...trade places with someone in the room.
A. You will be reading the paper and noting on the rubric where you think the grade is at this moment. I suggest beginning with the "editing" section and the "mechanics" issues. That seems to jump out. Not to worry, it is an easy fix.
B. When you read the paper for "organization", be sure that the writer included the required parts of this paper:
For "Language Issues", make sure that each sentence reads like a standard American English sentence.
C. Under "content", make sure that the writer provided details. If you have questions after reading, be sure to ask the writer.
Note: If you are reading on the computer, you can still make comments and marks on the draft. Just change the ink color or highlight.
3. Getting started with MyCompLab...you need your access code. You must use your own code. You may not share - sorry!
Here is the information you need to register for the class:
| Your Course Name: | English 101 8:00 am |
|---|---|
| Your Course ID: eaton06259 |
Now that your are registered, you will find three assignments.
- One is just a "hello" space for you to let me know that you are registered for the course. The response is worth 5 points.
- The next "composing" space is for you to use to post the final copy of your I Am A Writer paper. It is due by the beginning of class on Tuesday.
- The third assignment is just a discussion thread. It is a space for you to discuss the body art with your classmates. You must post three times. (15 pts.) You will not see this on the list of assignments. You have to click on the "Discussion" button on the left.
- The last assignment is for your homework. A link to a reading, "Under My Skin" follows. Questions to answer are on the blog. Answer the questions in the composing space. Be sure to hit the "submit" button.
This was the homework: Locate one article that discusses the history of body art. Be sure you can access it in class or bring a paper copy on Thursday. Let's have a discussion! Share your sources. Did you read from experts or from the average person?
Questions to consider:
- What
- Who
- When
- Where
- Why
- How
and
Read "Under My Skin" by Jon
Bowen http://www.salon.com/1999/06/23/tattoo/
Answer the following
questions for "Under My Skin." Be prepared to discuss in class.
1. How do the anecdotes about
himself and his tattoo artist ("Flash Gordon") enrich this essay?
2. Bowen deliberately shifts
from first person "I" to second person "you" as he describes the process of
getting a tattoo and reconsidering the tattoo. Find three examples of the second
person perspective as you evaluate this strategy.
3. Find three examples of
Bowen's use of humor, catchy phrases or lively tone to keep this informative
essay from becoming tedious or predictable.
4. The author uses allusions
that may be familiar to many readers. Do you know the origin of "Flash Gordon",
"tabula rasa" or "to undo or not to undo - that's the question?" How do
references to familiar characters or phrases help or hinder an essay?
5. Evaluate Bowen's inclusion
of direct quotations from tattoo technicians and medical specialists to describe
the reasons for removal, the degree of pain, and the results. How does Bowen
keep this research from making his essay too technical or inaccessible for the
readers?
(Questions from Between
Worlds pp. 32-33.)
Post your responses in MyCompLab.
Post your responses in MyCompLab.
Monday, February 18, 2013
First Class
Class Work
1. Getting to know you! Getting to know each other.
Find someone in the chass who shares the following:
A. Your favorite color
B. Has brothers
C. Has recently moved to Arizona (recent is a relative term)
D. Your birth month
E. Is a native of Arizona
F. Has sisters
G. Your favorite food or type of food
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Locate quotations about writing:
http://www.quotegarden.com/writing.html
http://www.quotationspage.com/subjects/writing/
http://thinkexist.com/quotations/writing/
Locate a quotation that sums up your personal opinion about writing. Be ready to explain your selection to the class. Why do you like the quotation? What experiences have you had as a writer that reflect the words you found? Why do you like or not like to write?
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Now, take your the camera on your phone or an actual camera, if you have one handy, and go for a five minute walk outside. Take a picture of something that is a reflection of you. You will use that in your introduction as well. If you do not have a camera, a sketch on notebook paper will be just fine. (This is not for an art grade!)
These activities will serve as pre-writing activities for a brief introductory essay.
For Thursday, write a one-two page paper of introduction. Include the the following:
2. Syllabus - it is posted on the previous blog post. Scroll down!
3. Homework is posted in GREEN! Go and do it!
4. Be sure to purchase your copy of Write Now before Thursday. Again, you must have a new copy and your own access code. You may not share. All essays and many other assignments will be posted there. You cannot pass this class unless you post your work on-line.
5. What do you think about Body Art? (Discussion)
Homework: Locate one article that discusses the history of body art. Be sure you can access it in class or bring a paper copy on Thursday.
Questions to consider:
1. Getting to know you! Getting to know each other.
Find someone in the chass who shares the following:
A. Your favorite color
B. Has brothers
C. Has recently moved to Arizona (recent is a relative term)
D. Your birth month
E. Is a native of Arizona
F. Has sisters
G. Your favorite food or type of food
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Locate quotations about writing:
http://www.quotegarden.com/writing.html
http://www.quotationspage.com/subjects/writing/
http://thinkexist.com/quotations/writing/
Locate a quotation that sums up your personal opinion about writing. Be ready to explain your selection to the class. Why do you like the quotation? What experiences have you had as a writer that reflect the words you found? Why do you like or not like to write?
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Now, take your the camera on your phone or an actual camera, if you have one handy, and go for a five minute walk outside. Take a picture of something that is a reflection of you. You will use that in your introduction as well. If you do not have a camera, a sketch on notebook paper will be just fine. (This is not for an art grade!)
These activities will serve as pre-writing activities for a brief introductory essay.
For Thursday, write a one-two page paper of introduction. Include the the following:
- The quotation
- Reference to the picture
- Personal example
- Goals for this course
2. Syllabus - it is posted on the previous blog post. Scroll down!
3. Homework is posted in GREEN! Go and do it!
4. Be sure to purchase your copy of Write Now before Thursday. Again, you must have a new copy and your own access code. You may not share. All essays and many other assignments will be posted there. You cannot pass this class unless you post your work on-line.
5. What do you think about Body Art? (Discussion)
Homework: Locate one article that discusses the history of body art. Be sure you can access it in class or bring a paper copy on Thursday.
Questions to consider:
- Who
- What
- When
- Where
- Why
- How
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